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The Uttarakhand government, through its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Department, has launched a special scheme to support its talented traditional artisans. The 'Pension Scheme for Craftsmen' is designed to offer a helping hand to elderly artisans who have dedicated their lives to preserving our cultural heritage through their craft.

What Is This Scheme?

This scheme is a pension initiative by the Uttarakhand Government's Industries Department. It aims to provide a monthly financial supplement to traditional craftsmen who are 60 years of age and above and come from families living below the poverty line.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is specifically for individuals who are traditional artisans and craftsmen residing in Uttarakhand. Key criteria include being at least 60 years old, being part of a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family, and already receiving an old-age pension from the government.

Why This Scheme Is Important

This scheme recognises the invaluable contribution of traditional artisans to Uttarakhand's economy and culture. By providing additional financial security, it helps these skilled individuals lead a more dignified life, especially in their old age, and encourages the continuation of traditional art forms.

Objective

This scheme provides financial aid and social security to traditional artisans in Uttarakhand who are 60 years or older, belong to below poverty line families, and already receive an old-age pension.

Benefits

By installing a rooftop solar plant, households can significantly reduce their electricity bills by utilizing the power generated by the system. Any surplus electricity can be fed into the grid, allowing consumers to earn additional income.
For individual domestic consumers, the Government of India provides a subsidy of ₹17,662/- per kW for solar plants up to 3 kW capacity and ₹8,831/- per kW for plants up to 10 kW, directly credited to the consumer’s account. Additionally, the Uttarakhand State Government offers a subsidy of ₹17,000/- per kW for installations up to 3 kW.
For group housing societies and residential welfare associations, the Government of India provides a subsidy of ₹8,831/- per kW for rooftop solar plants up to 10 kW capacity.

Sources and references

Guidelines (Page No. 175)

Eligibility Criteria

You must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
You need to be an artisan or craftsman aged 60 years or older.
You should already be receiving an old-age pension from the government.
Your family must be classified as Below Poverty Line (BPL).
If your son or grandson is 20 years or older, but the family is still below the poverty line, you remain eligible.
You must be actively involved in traditional crafts like stone, wood, iron, lamp making, ringal, bamboo work, natural fibre products, or any other craft approved by the government.

How To Apply

Obtain the application form from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre in your district. You can also download it from the departmental website.
Fill out the application form completely.
Submit the filled form along with all necessary documents to the General Manager, District Industries Centre of your concerned district.

Official Website: https://doi.uk.gov.in/

Documents Required

Aadhaar Card
Copy of your bank passbook (for bank account details)
Proof that you are already receiving an old-age pension
Below Poverty Line (BPL) certificate
Birth certificate or Aadhaar card (to confirm your date of birth)
A certified copy of your family register (to show family details)
A certificate confirming you are a craftsman

FAQ’s

What is the monthly pension amount provided by this scheme?

Eligible artisans will get an additional ₹400 per month, which will be added to their current old-age pension.

Can you tell me who can apply for this craftsman pension?

To apply, you must be an artisan aged 60 or above, living in a BPL family, and already receiving an old-age pension. You also need to be a resident of Uttarakhand.

If my son or grandson is older, does that affect my eligibility?

No, not necessarily. If your son or grandson is 20 years or older and your family still lives below the poverty line, you will continue to be eligible for the artisan pension.

Which types of traditional crafts are covered under this pension scheme?

The scheme supports artisans involved in traditional crafts like stone, wood, copper, iron, lamp making, ringal, bamboo, and products made from natural fibres. It also includes any other crafts that the government approves from time to time.

How is the additional pension amount paid?

The additional pension amount is disbursed quarterly directly into the bank or post office account of the eligible artisan.

Where can I get the application form for the scheme?

You can get the application form from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre. It can also be downloaded from the departmental website: https://doi.uk.gov.in/.

To which office should I submit my completed application?

Your fully filled application form, along with all the required documents, should be submitted to the General Manager, District Industries Centre located in your district.